Dad Tired
Jerrad Lopes
You’re tired.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Not just physically; though yeah, that too.
You’re tired in your bones. In your soul.
Trying to be a steady husband, an intentional dad, a man of God… but deep down, you feel like you’re falling short. Like you’re carrying more than you know how to hold.
Dad Tired is a podcast for men who are ready to stop pretending and start healing.
Not with self-help tips or religious platitudes, but by anchoring their lives in something (and Someone) stronger.
Hosted by Jerrad Lopes, a husband, dad of four, and fellow struggler, this show is a weekly invitation to find rest for your soul, clarity for your calling, and the courage to lead your family well.
Through honest stories, biblical truth, and deep conversations you’ll be reminded:
You’re not alone. You’re not too far gone. And the man you want to be is only found in Jesus.
This isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about coming home.
Episodes
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Feb 16, 2026 • 29min
The Tragedy of Almost Following Jesus
A pastor contrasts three near-misses with wholehearted commitment. He uses a family kayak story and Luke 9 to explore counting the cost, delaying obedience, and the danger of looking back. Practical invitations challenge listeners to commit fully, stop postponing, and move forward without divided loyalties.
Feb 11, 2026 • 9min
Don’t Judge Your Faith by a Snapshot
A reminder to stop judging spiritual life by a single moment. Short Bible scenes can mislead about whole people. Famous figures had wins and failures, just like you. Faith often looks like market swings, not a straight climb. God keeps working through uneven growth, inviting repentance and honest friends to speak truth.
Feb 10, 2026 • 5min
Where Discipleship Really Happens
A reflection on how most spiritual formation with kids happens at home and in everyday moments. A practical 30-minute prayer-walk is taught to pray over rooms, family, and marriage. Specific room-focused prayers are suggested for laughter, provision, protection, and rest. A call to take spiritual leadership seriously in ordinary household spaces.
Feb 9, 2026 • 9min
Remembering Death Brings Freedom, Not Fear
A reflective look at how seeing life as brief changes daily stress. Short stories and a driving annoyance spark thoughts about perspective. Scripture passages and a simple thumb exercise are used to shrink petty problems. The episode invites listeners to trade frantic responses for calm wisdom by remembering what truly lasts.
Feb 4, 2026 • 5min
Why Vague Prayers Keep Men Stuck
A short devotional on Bartimaeus shows why raw, honest pleas matter more than polished prayers. The episode challenges men to ignore crowd pressure and name specific needs. It spotlights gritty examples like addiction and loneliness and urges being direct with God.
Feb 3, 2026 • 4min
Why Your Body Panics Even When Your Life Is “Fine”
A personal account of sudden physical panic that feels out of proportion to real danger. An analogy showing how tiny cues can trigger old trauma and hijack the nervous system. A conversation about how the body remembers past pain and why subtle overlaps spark big reactions. A faith-centered look at receiving a peace that steadies the body when logic falls short.
Feb 2, 2026 • 20min
Why Jesus Said No (And Why You Should, Too...)
A reflection on why saying no can protect what matters most. Stories from scripture show how a refusal can redirect purpose. Practical talk about boundaries, burnout, and the hidden cost of constant yes. A simple exercise for choosing three to five season-specific callings. Tips for declining requests confidently to preserve family and focus.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 7min
Two Mental Paths That Keep Wrecking Your Peace
A candid story about going from gratitude to sudden panic when an email was hacked. A look at two common mental routes men take: spiraling to worst-case scenarios and numbing with escape. A backpacking metaphor shows how to notice worn trails in your mind and consider a quieter, steadier path rooted in gospel truth. A short prompt to reflect on your automatic reactions to hardship.
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Jan 27, 2026 • 6min
How Burned-Out Men Learn to Hear God Again
A discussion of Elijah’s dramatic highs and his collapse into fear and exhaustion. Exploration of how God sometimes speaks not in noise but in a quiet whisper. A simple one-minute practice to pause, listen, and notice God amid life's chaos. A focus on how listening can begin personal healing and restore strength for family life.
Jan 26, 2026 • 21min
Detoxing Dopamine: Why Your Soul Is Addicted to Cheap Joy
They unpack how modern pleasures like scrolling, porn, sugar, and streaming flood the brain with cheap dopamine. Stories and analogies show how those quick hits make prayer, marriage, and meaningful work feel dull. Practical ideas include a weeklong dopamine reset and rhythms to retrain desires toward deeper, more lasting joy.
